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Pueltown

Aline seems to giggle for a moment "And how is everybody else doing?"

Neo-Galactic HQ

"I certainly said I would before, I cannot backpedal on it now." Allen then gives a hint of a smile.

edited 28th Jul '14 8:16:22 PM by FullMoon

-Aaaaaand... Meats!-

Hm... This good?

Vien Forest

-As Shinobi lands, the Murkrow around him all seem to try and use Night Shade on him-

Tori's Cabin

Maria:It's been on my mind for a while...but I want to make Morgan feel even more like family. Ours has this little...tradition of each having an Eevee as a starter. And, even though it won't be her Starter...I was wondering if you could pull some strings and somehow get an Eevee egg for me?

-She seems to have not taken a breath the whole time...-

Vien Forest

-Shinobi starts to brace for impact, but it ends up being pointless since the ghost-type attacks don't affect him due to being Normal type at the moment.-

<Well, looks like you missed me!>

-He starts chuckling, or is that croaking? Whatever it is, it's a Round attack now, and if there was any indication which one is the real Crow, it's headed his way. at least as much as you can target a sound-based attack-

Tori's Cabin

-Tori thinks for a moment-

"Well, I might be able to do something like that... I'd have to call dad and check. Transporting the egg might be tricky, you can't just mail them safely..."

edited 28th Jul '14 8:20:53 PM by BlitzTrain

Thanks again to Dune for help with this!

Ransei

Bah! I liked my version better.

But fine.

Here's what actually happened, no more playing up what happened. I won't need to.

Celzvet: "...." -Points his sword at Sabaku-

"If you are afraid, I understand. If you fear bringing dishonor on to yourself or pride as a Warrior, I will allow you to yield now. Reject and I will bring my full might to bear upon you. I cannot guarentee you will survive. You have all fought well, to have hurt me as much as you have, but this is where the game ends, Warrior of Sand."

Xeleroth: -Snorts and grinds his foot against the ground-

Sabaku: Funny...

-Sabaku cracks his neck.-

Sabaku: I was about to tell you the same thing.

-He motions for Celzvet to come and test his mettle. As Vulcan does the same.-

Vulcan: <Bring it.>

Celzvet: -Bows his head and closes his eyes- "Very well..."

-His eyes snap open, now a fierce electric blue-

"I will crush you."

Xeleroth: -Roars and flashsteps over to Vulcan and Iron Tails him-

Celzvet: -Is suddenly in front of Sabaku and applies a butterfly kick to his face-

Airship

Jacob: ".... What?"

Edge: <Warrior Abilities. They were... well... er... Dune, Sabaku you two are history buffs you explain.>

Dune: Warrior Abilities, also known as Warrior Skills, are innate abilities that trained warriors can tap into one per day. Except for one that I can't remember the name of, but it's an exception. But yes, they provide unique bonuses for a set amount of time. I'm not quite sure how they work, though.

Ransei

Sabaku: Mechanically correct. In fact, I have one of my own. Watch this.

-Sabaku shuts his eyes as the foot impacts his face. After the foot's momentum ends, Sabaku gives a smile as he responds with haymaker.-

Sabaku: FORTIFY!

-Vulcan takes the Iron Tail, sliding away as sand kicks up around him. Clattering his claws together, he dashes right back, building up momentum for a center mass Drill Run.-

Celzvet: -His eyes flash with anger as see's the haymaker coming and stabs at Sabaku during the windup before being knocked away, spinning 180 degrees, recovering and backflipping away, though abandonning his sword-

-He looks over at Vulcan charging down Xeleroth, leaps over and brings his sickle down on the Exacdrill from behind as the Aggron meets the rush with his own mighty roar and Iron Tail-

-Sabaku staggers back from the stab, but his Fortification and his chain mail absorb most of the blow and prevent a full stab wound-

-Vulcan takes the sickle to the back, throwing him off but not ending his momentum as he meets the Iron Tail. He backs up, bleeding slightly from the sickle strike. Naturally, this made Sabaku less than pleased.-

Sabaku: OI! Rocky! You're fight...

-Sabaku comes up behind Celzvet and puts him in a body lock.-

Sabaku: IS WITH ME!

-Sabaku then pulls his locked opponent into a suplex, aiming to bury Celzvet's head in the sand.-

Xeleroth: -Staggers from the strike, and falls to his knees, but not before bellowing one last time, grabbing on to Vulcan and trying to collapse on him-

Celzvet: -Is grabbed- "Nrgh...!! GET-" -Just as his head touches the sand dark energy radiates off of him-

"OFF!" -And is released in an explosion of energy which knocks him away from Sabaku-

-After he gets back to his feet he's breathing heavily and unarmed except for two phantom claws of ghost-energy materializing over his hands-

-Sabaku is blasted away, tumbling slightly but otherwise landing in a soft slide. He picks himself up.-

Sabaku: ... Well. THAT is unexpected.

-Vulcan is collapsed upon. However, after seeing two of his companions get taken out in a similar manner, he makes sure his claws are pointing upward.-

Vulcan: <Stab stab stab.>

-Sabaku looked down at his own steel gauntlets, then back at Celzvet's shadow claws.-

Sabaku: Hokey powers and shadow weapons are no match for good steel at your side.

-Xeleroth is taken out by the stabs, at last-

Celzvet: "In the right hands any tool can be as good as steel." -Using the last of his speed boost he flashsteps in front of Sabaku, takes all the shadow power in his claws and focuses it into a single point for a backfisted strike to Sabaku's chest-

Sabaku: (Thankfully, this MY Warrior Skill lasts longer than his, or I wouldn't have descendents to talk to.)

-Celzvet's fist pierces mail, leather, and skin, embedding itself a millimeter into Sabaku's chest. Sabaku responds with the only attack he can think of at the time - a straight punch to the face. His vision starts to fade, however, and he can't quite make out what happens after applying fist to face.-

Sabaku: This is where I passed out. Because, dammit Edge, that was a mean move.

Yeah sorry about that. I was kind of fighting for the glory of everyone who knew me. So yeah. But this is also where I was knocked out as well. I think this is also when my nose was rendered crooked for the rest of my life. But yeah. We both passed out here.

I don't remember too much upon waking up. I don't think either of our nations were happy with a tie.

Sabaku: ... Weeeeeeeell, actuallyyyyyyyy... Let me just change the perspective for one moment.

Terrera, Capital

-Sabaku wakes up, wincing at the pain in his chest. A calm hand gently pushes him back into bed.-

Quares: Rest, Sabaku. You took quite the strike to the chest.

-Sabaku remembers the black lance striking him, and he winces as he rests back onto the pillow.-

Sabaku: Heh... sorry about that sorry show.

Quares: Do not worry yourself too much. The fight outcome of the fight was not as important as the fight itself.

Sabaku: ... Wah?

Quares: Cragspur was a political powderkeg. By all rights, it should have been it's own soveriegn nation from the beginning. However, matters became complicated. Viperia and Yaksha got involved, and it become a black morass of push and pull. I couldn't just cut ties with Cragspur without seeming weak, and giving the Married Lords a target to gang up on.

-He takes out a coin. The faces are both blank.-

Quares: I could not hold Cragspur without inciting anger in the populace, and I could not let it go without throwing it to the dogs of war. So...

-He flips the coin, and it flies through the air. It hits the ground on it's edge.-

Quares: So I needed a third option. Your duel provided that option.

-Sabaku thinks for a moment.-

Sabaku: ... You wanted to show that you neither backed down, nor that Cragspur would yeild to any old attack.

Quares: Precisely. You're duel showed that Terrera can hold it's own against incredibly powerful opponents, and that a single Cragspur warrior can hold his own. And in a country of valleys, one warrior can hold out against hundreds.

-Quares leaves the coin in place as he exits the room.-

Quares: Oh, by the way, your companions are already recovered. Snips was none too pleased that her nose was broken, but she'll live.

-Quares closes the door behind him, and Sabaku drifts off to sleep again.-

Airship

Jacob: ".... Wait. So that whole battle-"

Edge: <Yup.>

<Basically Terrera had no reason to hold on to it to begin with. As we just saw, it was ours by all rights.>

<And well Terrera was a trade hub, it needed people to buy things.>

<We had gold mines, we had money, we needed someone to buy things from.>

<So the war goes to Cragsur to the majority of ameture history buffs. For your histroians and war enthiusiasts, well, the topic is still up for debate.>

<But it taught me a lot of important things, and I suppose Sabaku as well.>

<First, the unexpected is what wins. It's why I started acting like a complete fool. No one would ever overestimate me. And well it was just plain fun making fun of everyone.>

<Two, a battle is not decided at it's beginning, middle, or end. If there is a single opponent left standing, you cannot lighten up.>

<Three, I really needed a mohawk.>

<.... Actually, three was the most important. Not the mohawk thing but...>

<You don't have to win the battle to win the war.>

<.... So! What'd ya guys think?>

Dune: That actually explains a lot. Namely, Sabaku's strategy during the War...

Laharl: <... I have some stuff to think on...>

-Ajax is writing the story down in a notebook of his as the rest of the group vocalizes their content.-

Dune: Yeah, that was.. enlightening in general. So, Sabaku...

...

Dune: Sabaku?

...

Dune: Huh. I guess he's gone. Darn.

Edge: <Yeah these flashback contracts work in funny ways. Speaking of which, he's gone, and now I gotta go! Peace out young folk of the world!> -Vanishes into a shadow-

Jacob: ".... I still have a hard time seeing the resemblance."

Regina: <Oh it's there. You're just not looking hard enough.>

Sylva: -Has fallen asleep on Rill's head-

Rill: -Decides that his position isn't a bad one to be in and sits still so as not to disturb Sylva.-

Regina: -Picks up Sylva and cradles her- <Thanks Rill...> -Smiles-

<She really likes you.>

Jacob: "Wheeeeeelp... that was quite the tale. I think I'm going to go sleep on it now. Alright team, let's move." -Snaps and his group rises and moves away-

-Looks back- "Good story though. And always fun to hear one with a friend." -Walks off-

-Dune smiles as he waves. Dune's team starts going off to do their own things again, save Rill, who nods to Regina with a smile.-

Dune: Now, I think I need to have a talk with a certain Abra...

-Dune starts heading back to his room.-

edited 28th Jul '14 8:22:30 PM by Verax

Tori's Cabin

Maria:Well it doesn't have to be right away, just something to think about for now, y'know?

Tori's Cabin

-Tori grins-

"Yeah, no problem. I'll talk to Dad about it, Eevee are a popular breeding mon, I'm sure we can figure something out eventually"

Tori's Cabin

Maria:Awesome! Thank you!

-She gives her friend a huggle.-

And thank you for cheering me up tonight, it means a lot to me.

edited 28th Jul '14 8:26:42 PM by Skyzerk

Vien Forest

-As Shinobi uses his Round, all of the Murkrow circling him proceed to disappear, there doesn't seem to be a real one among them-

edited 28th Jul '14 8:46:14 PM by CorvusAtrox

Pueltown

Dune: They're doing well. I'm not sure where some of them have run off too, but everyone accounted for is in good health.

Deziree: We've been chasing some weird characters lately, so we've been kept busy.

Almia Castle

-Doragan's eyes light up and he begins drooling.-

Doragon: <Yeeeeeees.>

~Yeeeeeeeees.~

'~Yeeeeeeeees.~

Selene: Someone sounds hungry.

Cool then ^_^

-He puts the meat in front of the Hydreigon-

Pueltown

"And how is the team going? The Pokémon, I mean."

Vien Forest

<Aw, of course...> I'd do the same thing if I had clones...

-After that brief pause Shinobi lets out another Smokescreen, and then runs off through the haze to hide behind a tree in hopes the real Crow (If he hasn't left the area completely) will be forced to come out and find him instead-

Tori's Cabin

-Maria is huggled back-

"Any time Maria, I'm just happy you feel a bit better now~"

edited 28th Jul '14 8:35:53 PM by BlitzTrain

Neo-Galactic HQ

Anka: Then shall we start?

Pueltown

Lex: Oh them. Ma and Pa mentioned them a few times in passing as did Aunt Louise and Uncle Lawrence. Apparently they were a motley bun-

Lex is suddenly glomp from behind by a black cloaked figure speaking too fastly to comprehend.

Vien Forest

-After some period of time, Shinobi may notice a Murkrow flying nearby the tree where he's hiding behind-

Almia Castle

-Pent barely has time to retract his hand before the Hydreigon is on the meat in a flash.-

Selene: Woah! When was your last meal?!

-The dragon sighs as he stands back up.-

Doragon: <Sorry, I... haven't been eating well lately.>

Pueltown

Dune: They're doing great! Ajax is writing a book right now, Champloo's been experimenting with local plants and flowers...

Deziree: And I have been trying to help some of my Pokemon evolve! It's... been slow going, though.

Phosphora: GAH!

-Phosphora stumbles back. Dimo gives the newcomer an odd look.-

No problem, take all the time you need...

-Pent nods and sits nearby-

Vien Forest

Is that another clone? That's what I'd use to draw someone out... But worth a shot!

-Shinobi fires off another Ice Beam at the Murkrow, preparing to run immediately afterwards should it prove to be a fake-

Tori's Cabin

-Maria thinks for a moment, then gives one last squeeze, kisses Tori on the cheek, and backs up.-

Maria:I'm gonna get some sleep. Good night, Tori!

-Phillip chuckles as she walks out of the room, the Glaceon sticks around.-

Phillip:<She really thinks highly of you.>

Tori's Cabin

Tori: "Good night Maria, sleep tight~"

-Tori chuckles and turns to Phillip as the girl walks off-

"Oh, really? Well, I'm just glad she seems to be feeling better for now"

Vien Forest

-The clone does indeed happen to be a fake-

-But as soon as Shinobi strikes it, Night Shades which appear to be coming from on top of other trees are aimed at him-

Pueltown

Aline raises an eyebrow at some of it, but decides to not question it. She then moves over to Don and Candance and hugs the former, or rather, his leg.

"<Hey, big guy, she missed you.>" said Divoom.

It's about then that Sakura appears, noticing all the wrapping on the floor.

"I see you guys were aware of her birthday." said Sakura, smiling.

Neo-Galactic HQ

"Sure, we just need a room."

Tori's Cabin

Maria:Phillip...?

Phillip:<Ah, she noticed I wasn't there.>

-He looks back at Tori.-

<It's because she has good friends, Victoria. Good friends overcome anything, they say.>

Maria:Phil...?

Phillip:<And with that, good night, Victoria.>

-He pads out of the room, smiling.-

Vien Forest

-Jason seems to have nodded off at the base of a tree.-

edited 28th Jul '14 8:48:37 PM by Skyzerk

Pueltown

-Is walking around with what appears to be an odd hilt in my hands-

Well, that was weird...

Hia Valley, a couple days ago

I'm getting some odd feelings he-Trips on a rock-Ow.

Aya: -Perched on a rock- <That symbol looks kinda familiar...>

-Getting up-

Huh?

-And notices that I appear to have tripped on what appears to be some sort of pedestal and a statue of Dialga-

Hmm...

Jill: -Looking at the shrine- <I think I need this to get home...>

-Gets out some chalk-

This might take a while...

One hour later

-Has finished drawing the sigil of Dialga on the pedestal-

Jill: <I think you need one more step.>

-Pulling out my dagger-

Right... according to the scrolls, the blood of a Soul of Silver.

-And puts the dagger close enough to draw blood, causing a single drop to land in the center of the sigil-

Lepi: <So, what now?>

-We are immediately enveloped in a light blue light-

edited 28th Jul '14 8:48:09 PM by rmctagg09